Description
Experience the delightful flavors of the Classic Caesar Salad, a timeless dish that perfectly balances crisp romaine lettuce, creamy dressing, and crunchy croutons. This versatile salad can be enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite protein, making it an ideal choice for any meal. Easy to prepare and full of rich taste, this Caesar Salad will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head romaine lettuce (approximately 10 oz), chopped
- 1 cup croutons (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shaved or grated
- ¼ cup Caesar dressing (homemade or store-bought)
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the romaine lettuce leaves, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- If making homemade croutons, cube stale bread into small pieces, toss with olive oil and salt, and bake at 375°F (190°C) until golden brown (about 10-12 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together anchovies (if using), minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and olive oil for the dressing; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce with croutons and Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with Caesar dressing.
- Toss gently to coat before serving. Enjoy immediately!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg